1985 Holden Drover vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Drover | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |